The Columbus Blue Jackets and the Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation are committed to the development of youth and amateur hockey. From street hockey initiatives to learn to play programs, camps and clinics, house and travel leagues, be sure to check out all that the Blue Jackets and Central Ohio has to offer the hockey community from both beginners to existing players of all ages.

Through a variety of programming and events the Columbus Blue Jackets Fan Development Department aims to introduce and engage participation in the sport of hockey to as many people as possible, educate these new fans about the game and assist in the development of the hockey community at all levels.

The Columbus Blue Jackets invite first-time participants, boys and girls ages 5 to 8, to try hockey for free through the Get Out And Learn! (G.O.A.L!) program. Check out these FREE one-day clinics at local rinks.

Through a partnership with the NHL, NHL Players Association, CCM and USA Hockey, the Blue Jackets are excited to offer first-time hockey players (age 5-8) free head-to-toe new equipment in an effort to reduce cost barriers associated with an introductory program.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have launched a new initiative, CBJ Hockey to Go, to serve youth-based facilities and community organizations throughout central Ohio to remove barriers of entry to the game through introductory street hockey clinics - at no cost. CBJ Hockey to Go is designed for boys and girls ages 6 to 14 and aims to introduce the sport of hockey in a fun, safe and educational atmosphere.

The Shootout Showcase presented by Huntington is a unique opportunity for youth hockey players across Ohio to participate in an NHL-style shootout contest. All competitions are televised during Fox Sports Ohio game broadcasts and posted online.

The OhioHealth Chiller Ice Rinks feature eight indoor ice skating rinks with 5 locations in Columbus, Dublin, Worthington and Lewis Center. Central Ohio's family entertainment destination features public skate sessions, birthday parties, skating and hockey classes, private group events, broomball, drop-in hockey and stick & puck sessions, youth and adult leagues and is home to area high school hockey teams, sled hockey and Columbus Speedskating. In 2015, the NTPRD Chiller Ice Rink opened its doors serving the community of Springfield, Ohio.

Over the past 15 years, the number of registered youth hockey players in central Ohio has increased from 150 to over 4,500. Additionally, Columbus is home to the third-highest adult hockey league enrollment in the United States. Within the local hockey community various clubs and associations field both house and travel teams for hockey players of all ages.

The Blue Jackets and the Blue Jackets Foundation provide free resources for educators to bring hockey into the classroom at no cost to the school through programs like Stinger's Powerplay Challenge, Book Jackets reading incentive, Hockey Scholar STEM course and more!

The Blue Jackets offer once in a lifetime opportunities for amateur hockey players to be a part of the action at home games with programs such as Rink of Dreams pre- and post-game skates, Future Jackets intermission skates, and much more!

Jr. Jackets, presented by Tim Hortons, is a great way to get involved in hockey and learn the basic skills of skating, stick handling, shooting and team play. Classes are offered year-round at the OhioHealth Chiller Ice Rinks for all ages and abilities.

The Columbus Blue Jackets are proud to support the NHL league-wide street hockey program, NHL Street, to serve local community centers by providing an athletic and educational program free of charge. Street Jackets centers receive equipment donation, training sessions and manuals. Become a Street Jackets program center today!